Location: 100% Onsite out of Linthicum Heights, MD
Security Clearance: Active Secret
Job Type: Full-Time

Target Salary Range*: $100,000 - $165,000

*This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Position Overview:

The Cloud Engineer plays a critical role in supporting the federal government by focusing primarily on migrating sensitive workloads to the cloud. This hands-on position requires expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud architectures, with an emphasis on security, scalability, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Design and implement secure, scalable, and highly available cloud solutions on Azure Government, utilizing PaaS/IaaS services and containerization (Kubernetes, Docker, AKS).
  • Create and execute detailed cloud migration plans while ensuring security and compliance throughout the process.
  • Drive enhancements for cloud management platforms, evaluating their performance and making necessary improvements.
  • Develop infrastructure as code (IAC) using CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Terraform and ARM templates.
  • Lead cloud consulting engagements, providing strategic insights on cloud architecture, technology deployments, and portfolio management.
  • Educate and guide stakeholders and engineering teams on effective cloud solutions, security best practices, and cost optimization strategies.
  • Participate in technical project reviews to ensure designs meet operational and security requirements.
  • Maintain technical documentation and stay updated on emerging tools and best practices.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of experience, or Master’s Degree and 10+ years of experience, or 7 years with PhD. A degree in one of the following fields is highly desired: Information Technology, Data Science, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Software Engineering. However, 4 years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
  

Experience:

• Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies.
• Knowledge of risk management processes.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, cyber threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Knowledge of cloud computing service models Software as a Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS).
• Knowledge of cloud computing deployment models in private, public, and hybrid environments.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience specifically within Microsoft Azure Government.
  Proven experience in designing flexible, scalable, and highly-available cloud architectures and systems.
• Expertise in containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker) and IAC tools (Terraform, ARM templates). Familiarity with DevOps concepts and tools (GitLab, JIRA, Jenkins).

Certifications:

• Active Certification Requirement (must submit a copy of the certification): AWS Solutions Architect Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert or CASP+ or CISSP-ISSAP or TOGAF or SABSA
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, security tools, and principles.
  In-depth expertise with DAF CLOUDWorks (multi-cloud environments).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) and cyber threat intelligence platforms.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and tools.
• Highly Desired Certifications:
  • Cloud: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional/Associate)
  • Cloud Security: CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional), Cloud+ (CompTIA Cloud Plus), GCLD (GIAC Cloud Security Essentials), GCSA (GIAC Cloud Security Automation)
  • Project Management: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM)